JVC Sport HAEC25TW
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
JVC Sport HAEC25TW
The JVC HAEC25TB earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and long battery life, with some calling them amazing for the price. However, a significant number of verified buyers report that one earbud (usually the left) stops working after a few months, and customer support is poor. The case design and lack of battery indicator are also common complaints.
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Secure ear hook design
- Good value for money
Cons
- Left earbud stops working after months
- Poor customer support
- Cheap and bulky case
- No battery indicator on case
- Touch controls only
Technics EAH-AZ100
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, with users highlighting deep bass, clear highs, and immersive audio. Comfort, battery life, and noise cancellation are also frequently commended, though some users note the price is high and volume could be louder. A few minor issues like Bluetooth LE disconnects and initial multi-device pairing were mentioned, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Deep immersive bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- High price point
- Limited maximum volume
- Bluetooth LE disconnects
- Initial multi-device pairing issues
- Plastic exterior
Scores
Specifications
| JVC Sport HAEC25TW | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.14 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JVC Sport True Wireless Earbuds Headphones, Lightweight and Compact, Long Battery Life (up to 30 Hours), Sound with Neodymium Magnet Driver, Water Resistance (IPX5) - HAEC25TW (White) | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JVC Sport HAEC25TW
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 39 specs.